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What do you need to do to prepare before your resting or active VO2 max test?

Pre-test prerequisites

• Fast except from plain water for at least 3 hours prior to testing (RMR test only)
• No caffeine, tobacco or stimulating drinks for at least 3 hours prior to testing
• Avoid intense exercise or any exercise of more than 1 hour 24h prior to testing
• The resting test can be conducted any time of the day, however the retest should be conducted the same time of the day as the initial assessment
• Continue medications as usual
• Arrive at least 10 min prior to the test so you can be relaxed before the test